The Jester Annex Gallery invites artists to submit artwork for our upcoming exhibition, “Movement.”
This show explores the ways movement shapes our world—from physical motion and changing landscapes to moments of growth, energy, and transition. We welcome artwork that captures motion, rhythm, and the feeling of things in motion, whether seen or felt.
Artists are encouraged to explore themes such as:
- Nature in motion (wind, water, weather, growth)
- The human figure in motion (dance, work, daily life)
- Travel, change, and progress
- Repetition, rhythm, and patterns
- Abstract interpretations of movement and energy
Exhibition dates are subject to change. Please check our website, Facebook, and Instagram for the latest updates.
Movement:
All mediums are welcome, including painting, drawing, photography, small sculpture, and mixed media. Please note this is a family-friendly gallery. Submissions may not include profanity, nudity, or photographs featuring identifiable children.
Cost: $25 for up to 5 submissions
Call Opens: April 3, 2026
Call Closes: May 1, 2026
Art Drop-off: May 15, 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Art Pick-up: July 17, 10 AM – 11:30 AM
Location: The gallery is located within the J.B. & Hallie Jester Williamson County Annex building at 1801 E. Old Settlers Blvd in Round Rock. The building houses several Williamson County offices and welcomes a steady flow of visitors from the community each day.
The exhibit space features wide hallways, high ceilings, and ample lighting, with a professional cable hanging system suitable for a range of artwork sizes. A locked glass display case is also available for smaller or three-dimensional works.
ART SHOW APPLICATION SPECIFICS
What You Will Need to Apply
The entry application form requires:
– Credit card or debit card for payment of $25 Entry Fee
– Title of work
– Medium
– Dimensions (H” x L” x D”)
– Weight (lb.)
– Inspiration Statement, including how the artwork relates to the show’s theme
– Hanging requirements for the artwork
– Whether the art is for sale or not (NFS)
– If it is for sale, the price (in $USD)
– In the event of a sale, indicate if you will donate 25% of the sale price to Round Rock Arts
– One JPG image per artwork submitted for jury process and (if accepted) social media
– Filename formatted ARTWORK TITLE_YOUR LAST NAME
– Maximum accepted file size 2MB
Curator’s Note
“Movement is all around us—in nature, in our daily lives, and in the quiet ways things change over time. This exhibition invites the artist to explore perpetual motion, energy, and the raw moments that carry us forward.”
— Christa Marie Marti, Curator
GENERAL RULES for SUBMITTING ARTWORK
- Eligibility: Entrants must be at least 16 years old. Artists under 18 must have written parental consent.
- Originality: Only original artwork of original subject matter created by the submitting artist is accepted. No AI work will be accepted. Please do not enter any artwork that has been on display at Jester Annex Gallery within the past 24 months. Artwork that violates copyright will not be accepted.
- Availability: Submitted work must be available for the full exhibit duration and not booked elsewhere for the same dates. If submitted artwork is not for sale, the price noted should be “NFS.”
Commitment: Accepted work must remain on view for the entire show. No substitutions or early removals allowed.
| Accepted Media | ||
| Acrylic Ceramics Charcoal Collage Digital | Glasswork** Graphite Metal Mixed Media Oil | Photography* Sculpture Textile Watercolor Woodwork |
*Please note: submitting photos of children should be carefully considered. Please read this https://tinyurl.com/mut63j72
Size Requirements:
Hanging work (including frame):
Size limit: 50” H x 50″ W x 2″ D
3-D Work
Only small pieces will be considered, max height 12″, max weight 10lbs.
Weight limits:
Artwork that hangs on the wall: 30 lbs.
there is only one cabinet available for small sculptural pieces.
**No glasswork, unless small enough to fit in cabinet – max 12″ high
Content: Art must be family-friendly and suitable for public display.
Liability: All artists must accept the Artist Agreement and Waiver of Liability during the application process.
Right of Rejection: Round Rock Arts reserves the right to reject any work that:
– is unsafe
– is misrepresented
– is an identifiable photograph of a child